The global sludge treatment and odor control equipment market is estimated to
have been worth $6.5 billion in 2013, and is forecast to reach nearly $6.9
billion by year-end 2014. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during the
forecast period, 2014 to 2019, is estimated to be 5.9%. At this rate, the
market value will reach $9.2 billion by 2019.

This report provides:

An overview of the global market for industrial and municipal sludge
treatment and odor control equipment and related technologies.

Analyses of global market trends, with data from 2013, estimates for 2014,
and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2019.

Information on regulations affecting these markets, market trends, and
competitive structures within these markets.

Insight into the current issues affecting the industry, equipment types,
legislation relevant to the markets, and end user requirements affecting
developments.

Comprehensive profiles of companies that are active in various market
sectors.

REPORT SCOPE

INTRODUCTION

This market research report analyzes the global market and developments in
municipal and industrial wastewater sludge treatment equipment and
wastewater/sludge-based odor control equipment. Sludge treatment describes the
processes used to manage and dispose of the solid or semi-solid products
produced during municipal sewage treatment and industrial wastewater
treatment. Despite representing only about 1% of total wastewater flows,
sludge handling accounts for up to 50% of total treatment plant operating
costs.

Because of safety and nuisance issues, odor control has come to play an
increasingly important role in the treatment and disposal of sludge and
biosolids that accumulate during wastewater plant processes.

As noted in the Global Atlas of Excreta, Wastewater Sludge, and Biosolids
Management: Moving Forward the Sustainable and Welcome Uses of a Global
Resource, a 2008 study by the Greater Moncton Sewerage Commission and the
United Nations Human Settlements Program (UN-Habitat), several major premises
apply to wastewater, sludge and biosolids. These points are as true today as
when the study was first released.

The creation of wastewater in human communities is inevitable.

History shows a common progression toward global improvement of wastewater
treatment and wastewater sludge management.

The progression appears to be inevitable.

Once such systems are established and they are protecting humans from the
immediate threat from waste-borne pathogens, focus inevitably shifts toward
the effects of wastewater on other human communities downstream and on the
natural environment and other organisms.

Eventually, as wastewater treatment systems are able to reduce all forms
of wastewater contamination by 90% or greater, the volume of wastewater
solids, sewage sludge, becomes significant and requires careful management. In
much of Europe, North America, Japan and other developed urban areas around
the world, sludge management has become a major focus. In many places, it is
the most debated challenge in the sanitation field.

At the same time that developed countries address the challenges of sludge
management, approximately 2.6 billion people lack access to basic sanitation.
Inevitably, the progress made by less-developed communities in coming years to
improve human health and safety will lead to the generation of more wastewater
sludge that requires management.

The continuing refinement of best management practices for excreta,
wastewater, sludge and biosolids must eventually provide sustainable solutions
that work in a diversity of locations and situations around the globe, are
energy- and cost-efficient, minimize transfers of potentially hazardous
constituents to the environment, mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, and ensure
healthy, natural ecosystems.

Access to sanitation varies widely around the world. In sub-Saharan Africa and
parts of Asia and Central and South America, wastewater treatment systems, if
they exist, are minimal or function poorly. In these regions, basic sanitation
is the primary need.

In Eastern Europe, Turkey, the Russian Federation, Mexico, South America and
other areas, wastewater treatment is more advanced, but wastewater sludge and
biosolids management has not been practiced to a great extent previously. As
sludge volumes from a rising number of treatment facilities grow, a more
complex regulatory framework and improved sludge handling technologies will be
required.

In North America, Europe, Australia and certain Asian countries, there is more
focus on improving the management of wastewater sludge and biosolids. In these
regions, wastewater typically is treated at the secondary or tertiary level
and both biosolids technologies and regulatory systems are complex. In all
world regions where advanced wastewater treatment results in increasing
volumes of sludge, water quality professionals, engineers, scientists,
agricultural experts and government regulators are applying and refining
processes to improve efficiencies, reduce the potential negative impacts and
maximize the beneficial reuse aspects of sludge treatment and biosolids
handling.

The United Nations (UN) Agenda 21 summarizes the general goal for waste
management as minimization and beneficial utilization. It proposes three major
program areas to promote this goal: minimizing wastes while maximizing
environmentally sound waste reuse and recycling; promoting environmentally
sound waste treatment and disposal; and extending waste service coverage.
These areas are interrelated and mutually supportive, and if implemented in an
integrated way, will result in a comprehensive and environmentally responsive
framework for managing municipal solid wastes, including sludge.

STUDY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

This BCC Research report provides an in-depth analysis of the global sludge
treatment and odor control equipment market, including systems for sludge
digestion, sludge dewatering, sludge drying, and physical, chemical and
biological odor control technologies.

Overviews of each segment are presented. These include current issues
affecting the industry, equipment types, legislation relevant to the markets
and end-user requirements. Market sizes for each segment are estimated for the
years 2005 to 2014. Growth forecasts, as compound annual growth rates (CAGRs),
are made to 2019. Valuations are calculated in current U.S. dollars.

REASONS FOR DOING THE STUDY

Wastewater and sludge are produced continually, and pollutants present in the
wastes never completely disappear. With each passing year, global volumes of
sludge increase and potentially contain heavy metals, organic industrial
chemicals, agricultural chemicals, oil and grease, and miscellaneous hazardous
pollutants, such as medical wastes. Sometimes, it emits a disagreeable odor
that requires abatement.

Harmful and toxic residues in sludge can be reduced via sludge treatment
equipment and, increasingly, these systems enable the beneficial reuse of
sludge in a safe and economical way. Various types of treatment equipment also
allow odors associated with wastewater solids to be controlled.

This report is intended for those who desire an analysis of the global sludge
treatment and odor control equipment markets. The document seeks to quantify
the various markets, forecast market trends, trace significant developments,
and profile companies that are active in the various market sectors. The
report contains information and conclusions that are unique, insightful, and
have a forward-thinking knowledge of the subject that should be of interest to
manufacturers, suppliers, and local, state and government entities.

SCOPE OF REPORT

The report examines the market for three categories of sludge treatment
equipment and three categories of odor control equipment. These are:

Sludge digestion.

Sludge dewatering.

Sludge drying.

Physical odor control equipment.

Chemical odor control equipment.

Biological odor control equipment.

The study also provides information on:

The emerging and alternative technologies in these markets.

Industry structure.

Five-year projections of market activity.

Pricing trends and technological trends.

Research and development activity.

Governmental legislation.

Competitive structure and company profiles.

Developed and developing countries.

INTENDED AUDIENCE

This comprehensive report on sludge treatment and odor control equipment aims
to provide detailed information to those interested in investment, expansion
or acquisition into the market. Venture capitalists, executive planners,
senior marketing personnel, research analysts and suppliers to the sludge
treatment and odor control industry and end users who want to discover and
exploit current or projected market niches should find this report useful.

Readers who wish to gain an understanding of the sludge treatment and odor
control market, regulations affecting these markets, market trends and
competitive structures within these markets will find this study worthwhile.

METHODOLOGY AND INFORMATION SOURCES

Both primary and secondary research methodologies were used in preparing this
report. Research for this technical/marketing report began with an analysis of
available technical and business literature related to sludge treatment.
Conversations with industry experts and company representatives provide the
backbone for the analysis.

Internet, literature and patent searches were undertaken, and key industry
participants were queried. Growth rates for each market were calculated based
on expected revenues from sales of process equipment during the forecast
period. Values and forecasts are given in current U.S. dollars. Construction,
engineering and design costs are excluded from market size calculations.

ANALYST CREDENTIALS

During the past 18 years, Susan Hanft has authored more than 40 market
research reports for BCC Research in the fields of membrane technology, water
and wastewater treatment, and separations used in food and beverage
manufacture, medicine and biotechnology.

Table of Contents

Product Code: ENV010C

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

STUDY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

REASONS FOR DOING THE STUDY

SCOPE OF REPORT

INTENDED AUDIENCE

METHODOLOGY AND INFORMATION SOURCES

ANALYST CREDENTIALS

RELATED BCC RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS

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DISCLAIMER

CHAPTER 2 SUMMARY

SUMMARY TABLE GLOBAL MARKET SIZE AND GROWTH FOR SLUDGE TREATMENT AND ODOR
CONTROL EQUIPMENT, BY SEGMENT, THROUGH 2019 ($ MILLIONS)